Blitzboks banking on momentum in LA

The Springbok Sevens team will have an extra day of preparation as they gear up for the fifth leg of the World Sevens Series in Los Angeles this weekend.

Kwagga eyes Olympic return

World Cup-winning flank Kwagga Smith will rejoin the Springbok Sevens team in a bid to be in contention for selection for the 2020 Olympic Games.

Mag teaser: Pretorius’ ‘miraculous’ family story

In the latest issue of SA Rugby magazine, on sale this week, JC Pretorius lifts the lid on how a life-and-death situation inspired his journey to become a Springbok Sevens player.

Blitzboks swap three for Vegas, Vancouver

Neil Powell has made three rotational changes to the Blitzbok squad for the Los Angeles and Vancouver Sevens tournaments.

Kolbe: Olympics would be a blessing

Cheslin Kolbe says talks are under way but that no decision has been made as yet to determine whether he will be released from club duty to be available for Blitzboks selection for the Olympics.

Inspired Pretorius ready to make his mark

JC Pretorius discusses his strengths and weaknesses, his role within the Blitzboks set-up, Neil Powell’s pulling power and how the team is shaping up ahead of the Olympics.

Hong Kong, Singapore Sevens postponed

Concerns over the coronavirus outbreak have led to both the Hong Kong and Singapore Sevens tournaments being rescheduled.

Blitzboks draw familiar foe for LA Sevens

The Springbok Sevens team will face African rivals Kenya for the fourth time during pool play this season at the Los Angeles Sevens.

Powell praises Blitzboks’ character

Springbok Sevens coach Neil Powell is proud of his team’s quick turnaround despite losing the Sydney Sevens final 12-10 to Fiji on Sunday.

Blitzboks close gap on World Series log

The Springbok Sevens team closed the gap on New Zealand on the World Rugby Sevens Series log despite suffering an agonising 12-10 defeat by Fiji in the final of the Sydney Sevens.